Black Hill

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Black Hill

Wallace Stone, Sheriffmuir Part of a row of standing stones, now mostly recumbent on moorland at Sheriffmuir. The &#039;Wallace Stone&#039; is said to derive its name from this location being where William Wallace and Andrew de Moray rallied their troops prior to the Battle of Stirling Bridge (1297). — Wallace Stone, Sheriffmuir Credit: Alan O'Dowd

Black Hill is a prominent hill located in the picturesque region of Perthshire, Scotland. With an elevation of 729 meters (2,391 feet), it stands as an impressive landmark in the area. Situated in the southern portion of the Grampian Mountains, Black Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is known for its rugged and rocky terrain, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking and hillwalking are common activities enjoyed by visitors who seek to conquer its challenging slopes. The ascent to the summit may require some effort, but the rewarding views make it well worth the exertion.

Black Hill is rich in natural beauty, with heather-clad slopes and scattered boulders adding to its charm. The hill is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including mountain hares, red grouse, and various bird species. This makes it a fantastic spot for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike.

The hill is easily accessible, with a well-marked path leading to the top. The route offers a mix of easy and steep sections, providing a suitable challenge for individuals of varying fitness levels. During the climb, walkers can enjoy the peaceful surroundings and immerse themselves in the tranquil atmosphere of the Scottish countryside.

Black Hill's location in Perthshire also makes it a convenient base for exploring other nearby attractions, such as Loch Tay and the picturesque town of Pitlochry. Whether it's for a challenging hike or to simply admire the breathtaking views, Black Hill is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers visiting Perthshire.

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Black Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.207281/-3.8736784 or Grid Reference NN8303. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wallace Stone, Sheriffmuir

Part of a row of standing stones, now mostly recumbent on moorland at Sheriffmuir. The 'Wallace Stone' is said to derive its name from this location being where William Wallace and Andrew de Moray rallied their troops prior to the Battle of Stirling Bridge (1297).

Alan O'Dowd

Wallace Stone, Sheriffmuir

Part of a row of standing stones, now mostly recumbent, on moorland at Sheriffmuir. The 'Wallace Stone' is said to derive its name from this location being where William Wallace and Andrew de Moray rallied their troops prior to the Battle of Stirling Bridge (1297). The furthest north-east of the stones (recumbent) can be seen in the middle distance.

Alan O'Dowd

Recumbent stone, Sheriffmuir

This is the furthest north-east of the row of stones marked on the map, which run diagonally from south-west to north-east. It is likely that it once stood on its end, like the Wallace Stone, which stands nearby.

Alan O'Dowd

Old Wharry Burn

A small outcrop on the banks of this burn, which flows down from the Ochil Hills into the Allan Water.

Alan O'Dowd

New deer fencing under construction below Glentye Hill

Fencing contractors were on-site, building this new deer fence next to the old collapsed drystane dyke. Presumably it is intended to keep deer off the new tree plantings on Glentye Hill, but will also create a new barrier for hillwalkers.

Alan O'Dowd

Edge of forestry plantation, Glen Tye

Large swathes of hillside in this area have been planted with new trees (both conifers and deciduous trees), and an established forestry plantation can be seen in the middle ground. The white building in the distance is the former Sheriffmuir Inn, now a private house.

Alan O'Dowd

Fenceline on Big Hunt Hill

The extent of new forestry plantations in this area are not yet shown on the OS map (with the exception of the large-scale plan). Extensive new plantations can be seen on the rounded rise of Little Hunt Hill below. The small white speck in the distance (on the left) is the former Sheriffmuir Inn, now a private house.

Alan O'Dowd

Young conifer trees on Kidlaw Hill

The lower slopes of this hill have been extensively planted with conifer trees.

Alan O'Dowd

New deer fencing in Glen Tye

The new fencing on the left protects new tree plantings on Glentye Hill. An extensive area of new conifer trees can be seen on Kidlaw Hill, on the opposite side of the Old Wharry Burn.

Alan O'Dowd

Rough moorland by the Wharry Burn

Uneven, thickly vegetated terrain near the entrance to Glen Tye.

Alan O'Dowd

Harperstone Farm

Quite a substantial farm house and steading which looks to be occupied.

Glen Breaden

To Greenloaning

An unclassified road heading north from Sheriffmuir to Greenloaning.

Glen Breaden

Lonely Copse

An unusual copse of trees on Sheriffmuir.

Glen Breaden

Stand of Trees

A delightful old stand of pines by the road and close to Wallace's Stone..

Glen Breaden

The Sheriffmuir Inn

An attractive and well-loved inn close to the 1715 battle site of Sheriffmuir.

Glen Breaden

Sheriffmuir Inn

Originally a late seventeenth century droving inn. Sheriffmuir was a popular stance ground for cattle drovers on their way to the Tryst at Falkirk.

Euan Nelson

Sheriffmuir

Euan Nelson

Bombing Marker

Only on a larger scale map (25,000 upwards) is this feature shown. It is a few metres in front of the camera and can only be seen very close-to or from space (Google Earth 56°11'53.32" N 3°52'21.25" W or the KML tab below). Close-to the vegetation gives clues, as rush has colonised the slightly raised ground (embankments) and indicates parts of the perfect pattern seen on the map. There is a hidden (from overhead view) one here NN8403 : Dark secret revealed There is another, less perfectly shaped here NN8403 : Bombing Marker Arrow They should all be delightfully prehistoric but are not. Indeed, this Link

may lead to the truth.

Derek Mayes

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Black Hill is located at Grid Ref: NN8303 (Lat: 56.207281, Lng: -3.8736784)

Unitary Authority: Stirling

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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